I really appreciate your briefs on courtroom procedures and protocols, especially since we will be seeing much more courtroom action at this stage of the Sturm und Drang show that is Trump. All of us without a law degree owe you a debt of honor for taking us beyond Perry Mason.
Golly Joyce, just reading your round up of all that is going on makes me realize what a stupendous task the DOJ has in trying to round up all the criminality associated with the last administration. I’m almost willing to bet though that as far as Mark Meadows is concerned, he’s probably lolled back in his easy beach chair at his South Carolina home and out of any incoming fire from the press. It’s just ridiculously hard to recognize this country that I grew up in rapidly reverting to the 19th Century by a minority of old white men! How utterly disgusting that my generation, along with several younger than I, are leaving this mess to our grandchildren. I’ll be 77 Wednesday and I just hope I live long enough to see tfg get all the Justice he deserves.
I’m betting Trump will violate the protective order, then use any sanction against him as “proof” that he is being persecuted because he’s running for office. Please donate here! 🙄
It feels like Trump is still getting away with everything because he is an ex-pres and now a political candidate. He was always only in it to gain the privileges. He does not deserve this much respect, sadly. The week ahead will be interesting. I very much appreciate your awesome newsletters. Thank you.
Thank you for these summaries. They cover questions about the legal process and progress (or lack of it) in a way that other media don't do as completely.
Does it seem to anyone else that when Republican state lawmakers are in control, they can ram new bills through their legislatures at lightning speed. You know, anti-abortion, banning books, eliminating tenure or DEI at universities in their states, basically dumbing down colleges in their states. How come Democrats cannot move just as fast to counter these bills/laws? Florida is a state I will NEVER set foot in again, and Texas would be on that list if I didn't live here. We watched the John Sayles movie Lone Star tonight because my girlfriend had never seen it. I've now seen it about 5 times. It's a must see if you like a good mystery, and it sports a really excellent cast. I liked how the story blends the various races into the different times we've lived in, and how people acted with each other then and now. Anyway, I remain fearful for our immediate future because I live off my social security monthly checks as does my girlfriend. As an Army Veteran, I rely on Rx's and medical care from my VA clinic here in College Station. As the debt ceiling debacle edges closer, doubts are rising that the Speaker of the House has the brains to do what is right here. Plus, Republicans in mass seem to be getting away with near criminal activities all over the country, but no one brings them to justice. That has to change. Carry on.
“The protective order Judge Merchan entered provides that “any materials and information provided by the People to the Defense in accordance with their discovery obligations ... shall be used solely for the purposes of preparing a defense in this matter.”
This is akin to a decree in a mob boss trial. Oh, wait a minute...that’s what we have here. A mob boss, granted a third rate, dumb as a rock one who by some horrible quirk of fate was elected to the presidency, but a mob boss all the same, and a damn poor one at best. I am not defending mob bosses here, but don’t you think they’d want to disown Donald Trump as one of their own? The whole idea of being a successful mob boss is to not let anyone know anything, and TFG just can’t himself. He’s his own stool pigeon.
The thought of him blabbering on scares me because of what his hate-filled followers will do to anyone he calls out, scaring people not to speak out. Is that what a mob boss does, or is that the MO of someone with more dangerous, violent intentions?
Very likely as he can’t control himself. Joyce, as an attorney, I can’t understand how the muzzle of Trump out of court could legally affect his conviction in court so that he could have a sound grounding for an appeal? His potential violation of the Court’s order regarding misuse of privileged information would seem to me to be independent of a criminal verdict?
DOJ is two years too late. Slow...too slow. Trump is busy taking down the country and is behind the debt ceiling crisis. Excuse me for my impatience but it all happened live broadcast.
Thank you, Joyce! I'm glad you brought up Ginny Thomas, because I was going to comment that if you want to know where Mark Meadows is, ask her! She's probably still texting him on some other platform. We're taking a breather this week, and I'll "enjoy" the news when we get back on Thursday.
Thank you for your explanations of what is going on using your legal expertise. I find it very helpful. Jumping ahead, I am wondering what happens if/when Trump violates the conditions that the judge sets forth. What does contempt of court look like in terms of consequences for Donald Trump?
I don’t think I’d go visit St Petersburg right now if I were you. Even if I didn’t find your name on Putin’s list, I doesn’t mean he wouldn’t try to take you.
I’ve been wondering about Meadows too. Anyone know if he still has his passport?
Thanks Joyce for your details. I’m not angry, only sad that it has all come to this. High melodrama. I heard a great podcast today from Brene Brown who gives talks on how to find our inner power and emphasizes it is not the critic who counts when we endeavor to overcome our fears as she explains that overcoming vulnerability takes courage and that there is no courage without vulnerability and in our country we need courageous leadership to set our country back on track. I do believe that Biden is one. As far as TFG or Meadows, remembering that it is not the critic who counts here can help us move forward. Thanks for inspiring me today in this new wisdom. Great show on Saturday with Sisters in Law in New York City 👏🇺🇸
I really appreciate your briefs on courtroom procedures and protocols, especially since we will be seeing much more courtroom action at this stage of the Sturm und Drang show that is Trump. All of us without a law degree owe you a debt of honor for taking us beyond Perry Mason.
Golly Joyce, just reading your round up of all that is going on makes me realize what a stupendous task the DOJ has in trying to round up all the criminality associated with the last administration. I’m almost willing to bet though that as far as Mark Meadows is concerned, he’s probably lolled back in his easy beach chair at his South Carolina home and out of any incoming fire from the press. It’s just ridiculously hard to recognize this country that I grew up in rapidly reverting to the 19th Century by a minority of old white men! How utterly disgusting that my generation, along with several younger than I, are leaving this mess to our grandchildren. I’ll be 77 Wednesday and I just hope I live long enough to see tfg get all the Justice he deserves.
I’m betting Trump will violate the protective order, then use any sanction against him as “proof” that he is being persecuted because he’s running for office. Please donate here! 🙄
It feels like Trump is still getting away with everything because he is an ex-pres and now a political candidate. He was always only in it to gain the privileges. He does not deserve this much respect, sadly. The week ahead will be interesting. I very much appreciate your awesome newsletters. Thank you.
Thank you for these summaries. They cover questions about the legal process and progress (or lack of it) in a way that other media don't do as completely.
Does it seem to anyone else that when Republican state lawmakers are in control, they can ram new bills through their legislatures at lightning speed. You know, anti-abortion, banning books, eliminating tenure or DEI at universities in their states, basically dumbing down colleges in their states. How come Democrats cannot move just as fast to counter these bills/laws? Florida is a state I will NEVER set foot in again, and Texas would be on that list if I didn't live here. We watched the John Sayles movie Lone Star tonight because my girlfriend had never seen it. I've now seen it about 5 times. It's a must see if you like a good mystery, and it sports a really excellent cast. I liked how the story blends the various races into the different times we've lived in, and how people acted with each other then and now. Anyway, I remain fearful for our immediate future because I live off my social security monthly checks as does my girlfriend. As an Army Veteran, I rely on Rx's and medical care from my VA clinic here in College Station. As the debt ceiling debacle edges closer, doubts are rising that the Speaker of the House has the brains to do what is right here. Plus, Republicans in mass seem to be getting away with near criminal activities all over the country, but no one brings them to justice. That has to change. Carry on.
“The protective order Judge Merchan entered provides that “any materials and information provided by the People to the Defense in accordance with their discovery obligations ... shall be used solely for the purposes of preparing a defense in this matter.”
This is akin to a decree in a mob boss trial. Oh, wait a minute...that’s what we have here. A mob boss, granted a third rate, dumb as a rock one who by some horrible quirk of fate was elected to the presidency, but a mob boss all the same, and a damn poor one at best. I am not defending mob bosses here, but don’t you think they’d want to disown Donald Trump as one of their own? The whole idea of being a successful mob boss is to not let anyone know anything, and TFG just can’t himself. He’s his own stool pigeon.
The thought of him blabbering on scares me because of what his hate-filled followers will do to anyone he calls out, scaring people not to speak out. Is that what a mob boss does, or is that the MO of someone with more dangerous, violent intentions?
Very likely as he can’t control himself. Joyce, as an attorney, I can’t understand how the muzzle of Trump out of court could legally affect his conviction in court so that he could have a sound grounding for an appeal? His potential violation of the Court’s order regarding misuse of privileged information would seem to me to be independent of a criminal verdict?
DOJ is two years too late. Slow...too slow. Trump is busy taking down the country and is behind the debt ceiling crisis. Excuse me for my impatience but it all happened live broadcast.
Thank you for your detailed update. It seems like this whole mess is coming to a head in slow motion. Peace🙏🏼☮️
Thank you, Joyce! I'm glad you brought up Ginny Thomas, because I was going to comment that if you want to know where Mark Meadows is, ask her! She's probably still texting him on some other platform. We're taking a breather this week, and I'll "enjoy" the news when we get back on Thursday.
Thank you for your explanations of what is going on using your legal expertise. I find it very helpful. Jumping ahead, I am wondering what happens if/when Trump violates the conditions that the judge sets forth. What does contempt of court look like in terms of consequences for Donald Trump?
Thank you for mentioning Mark Meadows. I've been wondering about him, too.
I don’t think I’d go visit St Petersburg right now if I were you. Even if I didn’t find your name on Putin’s list, I doesn’t mean he wouldn’t try to take you.
I’ve been wondering about Meadows too. Anyone know if he still has his passport?
Thanks Joyce for your details. I’m not angry, only sad that it has all come to this. High melodrama. I heard a great podcast today from Brene Brown who gives talks on how to find our inner power and emphasizes it is not the critic who counts when we endeavor to overcome our fears as she explains that overcoming vulnerability takes courage and that there is no courage without vulnerability and in our country we need courageous leadership to set our country back on track. I do believe that Biden is one. As far as TFG or Meadows, remembering that it is not the critic who counts here can help us move forward. Thanks for inspiring me today in this new wisdom. Great show on Saturday with Sisters in Law in New York City 👏🇺🇸
Thank you, Joyce.